Boeing B-17 "Bit of Lace" FRAMED

  Original Gouache and Watercolor Painting Artist   Jean Jacque Petit   24" x 18"  Framed The Boeing B-17 was a World War II-era bomber aircraft, commonly known as the Flying Fortress. It was produced in several variants, each with its own unique name or designation. This version “Bit of Lace Noseart” The “Bit o’ Lace” was a B-17 Flying Fortress bomber used during World War II, famous for its striking nose art. The artwork depicted a glamorous pin-up girl in lingerie, painted by Corporal Tony Starcer, who was renowned for his nose art during the war. The aircraft was part of the 447th Bomb Group of the Eighth Air Force, stationed in England. The “Bit o’ Lace” completed numerous combat missions over Europe and became one of the many planes that symbolized the morale-boosting creativity of aircrews during the war. Nose art like this served as a personalized emblem for the crew and a source of pride and identity.